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It is important for all people to have good nutrition and to eat healthy foods. The Government has developed recommended dietary guidelines for young people in Australia. Tiered assessmentTask NUTRITION, PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND WEIGHT MANAGEMENT Nutrition and physical activity arethe two main contributing factors tohealthy weight management.

Nutrition BRAINSTORM TASKWhat is nutrition?

Food Groups NUTRITION FOR HEALTH AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY Nutrition has an impact on our health and physicalactivity performance. Specific groups of people have varying nutritional requirements depending on age, gender, physical activity, pregnancy and weight management needs. It can be confusing to know what is good for you in terms of health nutrition.Health Year 7 Young People Should• Enjoy a wide variety of nutritious foods• Eat plenty of vegetables, legumes and fruits• Eat plenty of wholegrain cereals, breads, rice, pasta and noodles• Include lean meat, fish, poultry and or alternatives• Include milks, yoghurts, cheese and or alternatives• Drink plenty of water• Limit saturated fat and moderate total fat intake• Choose foods low in salt• Consume only moderate amounts of sugars and foods containing added sugarsThe 5 Groups

This Task can be found on compass as a learning task. Nutrients 6 nutrients There are six food nutrients that the bodyrequires for optimal health, functioning andalso energy in some cases. 1. Carbohydrates2. Protein3. Fat4. Vitamins5. Minerals6. Water How do you make sure that the main nutrients are part of your everyday diet? EnergyBalance

But what is a serve???http://www.foodafactoflife.org.uk/Activity.aspx?siteId=14&sectionId=61&contentId=55Activities Balanced food Diet Healthy Lunchbox

5, DairyYour TaskWith a paper plate you are going to be creating your own healthy eating wheel. Use pictures cut out from food magazines to create this. Lesson 2/3

If the correct energy balance is maintained, weight management becomes simple. If your energy intake is higher than your energy output(If you eat more than you exercise), you will gain weight

If your energy intake is lower than your energy output (If you eat less than what you exercise), you will lose weight.Energy Drinks

Research howmany serves a day of each food group someone your ageshould be consuming

Food Group card activity. In small groups place the foods into the food groups we discussed last session. Week 4The word carb is short for carbohydrate, which is a component of food containing starches and sugars that is used mainly for energy in the body.Best food sources: Breads, cereals, pasta, rice and vegetablesCarbohydrateThis Task can be found on compass Protein is a nutrient that builds, repairs and maintains body cells. Proteins are found in animal products and some plants, such as beans. Protein is essential for the body as it provides some amino acids that the body cannot manufacture itself. Protein should make up to 15% of your total kilojoule intake each day.Best food sources: Meat, fish, dairy, eggs, nuts and protein-specific sports drinks.

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Fats Fat is a nutrient that helps the growth and repair of cells, and provides energy to the body. Fats are found in animal products and some plant products, such as nuts and vegetable oils. No more than 25% of the total kilojoules consumed each day should be from fats.Best food sources: Meat, dairy products and oils (olive, palm, vegetable, peanut, flaxseed).

WaterWater is the nutrient most needed by the body as over half of our body weight is made up of water. Water carries nutrients to the cells, helps flush out waste materials and assists in regulating body temperature.Best food sources: Plain water is the ideal source. Other drinks can assist in increasing fluid intake.

Week 5/6Week 6Reading food label quiz http://www.nourishinteractive.com/nutrition-tools-healthy-family/parents-food-labels-nutrition-facts-toolIs food necessary for health and growth Provides us with the energy needed to function properlyGood nutrition means getting the right amount of nutrients from healthy foods in the right combinations.Nutrition is just one key to developing and maintaining good health. Good health is defined as a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being — a healthy mind, body, and spirit

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Kahoot What do you know about nutrition?To obtain the energy needed to survive, grow and function properly To obtain the nutrients needed to survive, grow and function properlySatiety/satisfactionCultural/religious occasionsEmotional fulfillmentSocializing

Why is food Important?Nutrition....This can be found under resources on compass http://www.sheppardsoftware.com/nutritionforkids/games/foodgroupsgame.htmlFood Grouping game Energy Drinks

Unhealthy food choices and associated health risksWhat health risks can we think of in regards to nutrition?-Heart disease and stroke-High blood pressure-Type 2 Diabetes-Cancers-Gallbladder disease and gallstones-Osteoarthritis (Weak/brittle bones)-Gout (Disease that effects your joints)-Breathing problems, such as sleep apnea (when a person stops breathing for short episodes during sleep) and asthma Some Health problems include:Body Image Sugar Measuring Activity What do we know about sugar?Brainstorm write the following into your bookso Sugar is a simple form of carbohydrate, which comes from the sugar cane planto It comes in various forms – raw, brown, caster and icing etc., and is commonly used in cooking, baking and confectionery

There is no denying it is pleasurable to taste, however the effects on the body are important to note, especially when you eat too much of it (and regularly). More research is being conducted to inform us on the physical and mental health effects, which include:o Excessive consumption can cause tooth decayo Increased risk of dementiao Increased risk of weight gain and obesityo Impairs mental functioning and concentrationo Spikes in insulin, which affects your pancreas’ ability to produce it properlyo Increased thirsto Tiredness and lethargyo Needing more sugar, and more regularly for the same ‘sugar high’o Possible sugar addiction